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Friday, June 27, 2008

THE ADVOCACY INSTITUTE

Looking to improve your advocacy skills? Want to meet fellow library supporters from across the country? Get the tools to become an effective library advocate by attending the Advocacy Institute on Friday, June 27, at the American Library Association’s (ALA) 2008 Annual Conference in Anaheim, California. Scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the day-long workshop will offer advocacy essentials such as message development and coalition building, and will feature afternoon breakout sessions on making budget presentations, crisis communications, and passing bond issues and referenda.The Advocacy Institute offers a valuable opportunity to network and share ideas with library advocates from across the nation. All attendees will leave with the tools necessary to become better advocates for their communities and campuses.

The Advocacy Institute is open to ALA members and non-members, including those who are not registered for the ALA 2008 Annual Conference. Advance online registration for ALA members and non-members, available soon, will be $50, including lunch – a $25 savings from onsite registration the day of the program. To register, visit http://www.ala.org/annual.

The Advocacy Institute is coordinated by the ALA Office for Library Advocacy and the Advocacy Institute Task Force of the ALA Public Awareness Committee in cooperation with the ALA Public Information Office (PIO), the Association for Library Trustees and Advocates (ALTA), the Chapter Relations Committee, the Committee on Legislation, and Friends of Libraries USA (FOLUSA). For more information, visit http://www.ala.org/advocacyinstitute.

OCLC Symposium: The Mashed-Up Library

Friday, June 27, 2008, 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Marriott Anaheim, Platinum Ballroom 1-5
Developing new library services can now mean mixing data and functionality from several sources into “mash-ups” to provide a unique and powerful user experience. Some librarians have discovered how to use Web applications to adapt or create new services. Others are investigating this trend and looking for further guidance. Still others have found creative ways to deliver traditional programs to new populations.

Cultivating a diverse workforce is of great importance, but representation of librarians of color in LIS education, research, and executive level administration is paramount. Proven and emerging leaders in LIS education and practice will discuss the need for more doctoral students, the PhD process and its benefits.A panel discussion is followed by an options fair where attendees can discuss opportunities with students and faculty from LIS PhD programs across the country.Tickets: Lunch is Free, but registration is recommended.Event Code: DI3

YALSAMargaret A. Edwards Luncheon
Saturday, June 28, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Come listen to Orson Scott Card, the winner of the 2008 Margaret A. Edwards Award honoring his outstanding lifetime contribution to writing for teens for his novels Ender’s Game and Ender’s Shadow. The annual award is administered by YALSA, the fastest growing division of ALA, and sponsored by School Library Journal magazine. Join us for lunch and listen to Orson Scott Card speak about his writing.Tickets: $59
Event Code: YA3

Sunday, June 29, 2008

LSSPS is hosting its Annual Dinner in Anaheim. It is an opportunity to spend an evening visiting with colleagues and meet new people, over an enjoyable dinner. We will honor the ASCLA/KLAS/NOD Award recipient, with sponsorship being provided by KLAS. The ticket price is $35.

Bookmobile
Sunday, 06/29/08, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Mobile Libraries: Driving Library Services into the Future"- This program is packed full of valuable bookmobile content and will culminate with a presentation and book signing by Masha Hamilton, author of "The Camel Bookmobile". The program is a ticketed event requiring additional registration. Please register early to ensure yourself a ticket. Following the program, you are cordially invited to step outside for a west coast bookmobile parade and display.

Fourth Annual Bookcart Drill Team World Championship
Sunday, 06/29/08, 4:00pm – 5:30pm
You don’t have to perform to enjoy the fun as librarians from around country strut their stuff in choreographed dance routines featuring bookcarts! The teams design creative costumes for themselves and their so this Championship is always a sight to behold. There’s no fee to attend this event.

To enter your team, download and read the Bookcart Drill Team Participation Guidelines and download and complete the Bookcart Drill Team entry form.

Comedian Paula Poundstone will help you end the day with laughter when she joins other of America's funniest writers and comedians including June Casagrande, Dan Kennedy, Beth Lisick, and Robert Schimmel. Wine and cheese will be served.

Tickets are $35 in advance ($30 for FOLUSA members) and $45 onsite.

LSSIRT NIGHT OUT
Sunday, June 29, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Come join LSSIRT for an evening at Buca di Beppo Restaurant and enjoy dinner with your colleagues.
Special event registration for ALA Annual Conference in Anaheim is now available online. Ticket price: $37.50
Use this online form:LSSIRT Night Out Online Form
NOTE: This link is only for those who have already registered for ALA Annual Conference 2008 in Anaheim.
Enter this code:
LSSIRT Night Out Event Code: LS1

RUSARUSA's [2] Literary Tastes Breakfast
This year at the Literary Tastes Breakfast we begin a new celebration for our readers/attendees by having authors from Notable Books Council, new The Reading List, and possibly other RUSA book lists.

Currently scheduled to appear are from the Notable Books Council list is Jon Clinch, author of Finn: A Novel, and from The Reading List is Susan Elizabeth Phillips, author of Natural Born Charmer.

The writers will read from their work or talk about an aspect of the writing process while attendees enjoy breakfast. They will be available to sign books and for further discussion after the breakfast. Tickets are $36 and are available on the Conference Registration form.

Monday, June 30, 2008

Join the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Round Table (GLBTRT) for its annual event celebrating outstanding GLBTQ writing. 2008 winning authors Ellis Avery and Mark Doty are the featured speakers. Ellis Avery is the author of The Teahouse Fire, (Penguin), and Mark Doty is the author of Dog Years: A Memoir, (HarperCollins). This popular event often sells out quickly.

Please join the American Indian Library Association as it presents the
2008 awards for Best Native American Picture Book, Best Middle School
Book, and Best Young Adult Book to this year's recipients, all of whom
will be present at the awards ceremony.

Join best-selling authors Ron Carlson, Christopher Reich, Rick Wartzman, Brunonia Barry, and Joseph Michelli at this traditional Friends of Libraries U.S.A. event now co-hosted by the Association of Library Trustees and Advocates. High tea will be served and authors will sign their books following the program -- most of which will be given away free!

Tickets are $35 in advance ($30 for FOLUSA and ALTA members) at www.folusa.org or by phone - 800-936-5872, and will be $45 at the door.

INTERNATIONAL LIBRARIANS RECEPTION
Monday, June 30, 2008, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location to be announced
Please join the International Relations Round Table (IRRT) in welcoming and celebrating with librarians from more than 80 countries at the ALA Annual Conference. Open to all conference attendees, this reception offers a unique opportunity to network with hundreds of information professionals from around the world. Join us for a mixing of culture and ideas, regional cuisine, hors d’oeuvres and open bar (this event is free for international librarians). Advance registration is required.Tickets:Advance: $30. Onsite: $35
Event Code: IR2

MICHAEL L. PRINTZ PROGRAM AND RECEPTION
Monday, June 30, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Michael L. Printz Award is an award for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature. The annual award is administered by YALSA and sponsored by Booklist magazine. Come listen to the winner, Geraldine McCaughrean for her novel The White Darkness and honor book authors Judith Clarke for One Whole and Perfect Day; Stephanie Hemphill for Your Own, Sylvia: A Verse Portrait of Sylvia Plath; A.M. Jenkins for Repossessed; and Elizabeth Knox for The Dreamquake: Book Two of the Dreamhunter Duet speak about their writing, followed by a dessert reception.Tickets: Advance: $29. Onsite: $35
Event Code: YA5

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

INAUGURAL BANQUET
Join us for the Inaugural Banquet to honor incoming president Jim Rettig and the division presidents-elect on Tuesday, July 1st, 2008 at 7pm. Attire for the evening is black tie or cultural dress. Make sure to buy your tickets in support and celebration of Jim Rettig's presidency. Tickets are $89 and available through registration.

Fabulous items up for bid! Great things for your library and for yourself thanks to our generous donors. Check out the complete list of donated items up for bid. Come back often - new items are added weekly!

Feeling lucky? Need some extra cash? You just might be the winner of the big 50/50 drawing! 50% goes to ALA scholarships and 50% goes to…well, possibly, YOU! The winner will be announced on Monday and you don’t have to be present to win.